The Master of Ministry (M.Min) degree program is a 2 & 1/2-year program that offers a holistic and advanced understanding of biblical concepts, principles, history, and methods of the theological disciplines for use in a variety of ministries and/or vocations.

Through the infusion of the 7 Core Competencies, each student is expected to:

PLO 1: Demonstrate an advanced ability to interpret the Bible.

PLO 2: Integrate biblical, historical, and theological perspectives into an effective strategy for responding to challenges in church and marketplace.

PLO3: Demonstrate a holistic understanding of humanity (spiritual, psychological, social, emotional, and behavioral), interpersonal dynamics, and family systems.

PLO 4: Demonstrate an advanced level of effective oral and written communication skills and to formulate and discuss ideas logically and critically.

PLO 5: Analyze seminal texts, discerning and effectively communicating the importance and quality of the arguments therein in light of related literary, historical, cultural, ecclesial, and global contexts.

PLO 6: Demonstrate an ability to integrate and defend Biblical truth through correlates of theology, while critically evaluating the range of alternate views and perspectives.

PLO 7: Demonstrate Christian leadership skills which integrate faith and practice.

PLO 8: Develop and implement a personal plan of spiritual formation involving the practice of spiritual disciplines.

PLO 9: Design and implement a well-researched ministry program and intervention and communicate its results and insights for the benefit of others.

Complete a minimum of 36 semester credit hours

A 3.0 cumulative grade point average and a passing grade in all required courses.

At least 21 semester credit hours must be earned at Virginia Christian College.

Complete the general graduation requirements listed below:

Bible/Theology Core - 18 Hours

Biblical Studies (6)

• BIB 511 Reading and Interpreting the Old Testament
• BIB 512 Reading and Interpreting the New Testament

Theological Studies (3)

• THEO 621 Systematic Theology

Historical Studies (6)

• HT 531 Historical Theology I
• HT 532 Historical Theology II

Spiritual Development (3)

• SF 571 Spiritual Formation

Ministry Practices Core - 15 Hours

Apologetic Studies (3)

• APOL 541 Christian Apologetics and Evangelism

Care & Counseling Studies (6)

• CC 551 Counseling & Christian Thought
• CC 653 Marriage and Family

Leadership Studies (6)

• LD 561 Leadership in the 21st Century
• LD 660 Personal and Social Ethics in Christian Leadership

Capstone Seminar & Research Project - 3 Hours

• A minimum of a bachelor degree in any field  
• Completed Application 
• Essay addressing 1) reason for applying for the program; 2) description of ministry or leadership experience; and 3) future vocational and/or ministerial goals
• One (1) Reference Letter from your Pastor or spiritual leader

Life Experience cannot contribute toward a degree, but a transference of up to 15 comparable credit hours from previous learning institutions can be applied. Students must normally have earned a grade of B or better (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) in order to be eligible to transfer a course from another institution to Virginia Christian College. Transferability of credits earned at this institution is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Consult the Office of Academic Affairs for further information.

The above list of courses may be offered at any time during the student’s course of study. Each course will be selected from one or more of the components and will fulfill the student’s requirement for each learning component. Of the courses offered each semester students may select the course(s) for which they would like to register. There will be a number of electives (TBD) offered throughout the course of study. With the approval of the Program Director, electives of comparable or greater academic rigor may be substituted for a required course.

Candidates for the degree are required to complete all coursework at a B grade level or higher. Students must also satisfactorily complete a thesis designing and completion of a project or thesis that supports the program outcomes, reflects theological understanding, sensitivity to social pathology and resources, and the capacity to integrate theory and practice at a high level of excellence. This will include field involvement supervised by faculty and adjunct instructors. The final requirement is the successful completion of an internship. 

Master of Ministry (M.Min) w/Concentration in Leadership is a 2 & 1/2-year program that provides a comprehensive analysis of leadership principles and theory. Students will assess and develop their own leadership skills and learn to recognize the elements of successful leadership from both a modern and historical perspective.

Through the infusion of the 7 Core Competencies, each student is expected to:

PLO 1: Demonstrate an advanced ability to interpret the Bible.

PLO 2: Integrate biblical, historical, and theological perspectives into an effective strategy for responding to challenges in church and marketplace.

PLO 3: Demonstrate a holistic understanding of humanity from a biblical, psychological, social, emotional, and behavioral perspective.

PLO 4: Demonstrate an advanced level of effective oral and written communication skills and to formulate and discuss ideas logically and critically.

PLO 5: Analyze seminal texts, discerning and effectively communicating the importance and quality of the arguments therein in light of related literary, historical, cultural, ecclesial, and global contexts.

PLO 6: Demonstrate an ability to integrate and defend Biblical truth through correlates of theology, while critically evaluating the range of alternate views and perspectives.

 PLO 7: Demonstrate Christian leadership skills which integrate faith and practice.

PLO 8: Communicate effectively and sensitively with persons of diverse cultural, ethnic, religious, racial, and social backgrounds.

PLO 9: Demonstrate collaborative and participatory group leadership and decision- making skills Articulate a personal call for their anticipated leadership ministry and context.

PLO 10: Identify different models of formational leadership and care for churches, communities, and organizations.

PLO 11: Design a strategy for developing the capacities of others for personal well-being and effective vocation.

PLO 12: Develop and implement a personal plan of spiritual formation involving the practice of spiritual disciplines.

PLO 13: Design and implement a well- researched ministry program and intervention and communicate its results and insights for the benefit of others.

Complete a minimum of 42 semester credit hours

A 3.0 cumulative grade point average and a passing grade in all required courses.

At least 21 semester credit hours must be earned at VCC.

Complete the general graduation requirements listed below.

Meet course requirements in the following areas:

Bible/Theology Core - 18 Hours

Biblical Studies (6)

• BIB 511 Reading and Interpreting the Old Testament
• BIB 512 Reading and Interpreting the New Testament

Theological Studies (3)

• THEO 621 Systematic Theology

Historial Studies (6)

• HT 531 Historical Theology I
• HT 532 Historical Theology II

Spiritual Development (3)

• SF 571 Spiritual Formation

Ministry Practices Core - 9 Hours

Apologetic Studies (3)

• APOL 541 Christian Apologetics and Evangelism

Care & Counseling Studies (3)

• CC 551 Counseling & Christian Thought

Leadership Studies (3)

• LD 561 Leadership in the 21st Century

Concentration Core - 12 Hours

Leadership Studies (12)

• LD 660 Personal and Social Ethics in Christian Leadership
• LD 662 Communicating as a Leader
• LD 665 The Art of Ministry
• LD 667 Formational Leadership and Pastoral Care

Capstone Seminar & Research Project - 3 Hours

• A minimum of a bachelor degree in any field  
• Completed Application 
• Essay addressing 1) reason for applying for the program; 2) description of ministry or leadership experience; and 3) future vocational and/or ministerial goals
• One (1) Reference Letter from your Pastor or spiritual leader

Life Experience cannot contribute toward a degree, but a transference of up to 15 comparable credit hours from previous learning institutions can be applied. Students must normally have earned a grade of B or better (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) in order to be eligible to transfer a course from another institution to VCC. Transferability of credits earned at this institution is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Consult the Office of Academic Affairs for further information.

The above list of courses may be offered at any time during the student’s course of study. Each course will be selected from one or more of the components and will fulfill the student’s requirement for each learning component. Of the courses offered each semester students may select the course(s) for which they would like to register. There will be a number of electives (TBD) offered throughout the course of study. With the approval of the Program Director, electives of comparable or greater academic rigor may be substituted for a required course.

Candidates for the degree are required to complete all course work at a B grade level or higher. Students must also satisfactorily complete a thesis designing and completion of a project or thesis that supports the program outcomes, reflects theological understanding, sensitivity to social pathology and resources, and the capacity to integrate theory and practice at a high level of excellence. This will include field involvement supervised by faculty and adjunct instructors. The final requirement is the successful completion of an internship. 

The Master of Ministry (M.Min) Degree with a Concentration in Care and Counseling is a 2 1/2-year program offers specialized training to prepare students for the ministry of lay counseling. The degree offers a firm foundation of theoretical and practical preparation for counseling itself, with a strategic array of classes in the most pressing issues of biblical church-based counseling.

Through the infusion of the 7 Core Competencies, each student is expected to:

PLO 1: Demonstrate an advanced ability to interpret the Bible.

PLO 2: Integrate biblical, historical, and theological perspectives into an effective strategy for responding to challenges in church and marketplace.

PLO3: Demonstrate a holistic understanding of humanity from a biblical, psychological, social, emotional, and behavioral perspective.

PLO 4: Demonstrate an understanding of mental illness and addictions from a biological, environmental, and biblical perspective.

PLO 5: Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of group dynamics and conflict mediation skills.

PLO 6: Design a strategy for employing empathic supportive care to persons through

an integration of biblical and psychological constructs.

PLO 7: Demonstrate an advanced level of effective oral and written communication skills and to formulate and discuss ideas logically and critically.

PLO 8: Analyze seminal texts, discerning and effectively communicating the importance and quality of the arguments therein in light of related literary, historical, cultural, ecclesial, and global contexts.

PLO 9: Demonstrate an ability to integrate and defend Biblical truth through correlates of theology, while critically evaluating the range of alternate views and perspectives.

PLO 10: Demonstrate Christian leadership skills which integrate faith and practice

PLO 11: Develop and implement a personal plan of spiritual formation involving the practice of spiritual disciplines.

PLO 12: Design and implement a well-researched ministry program and intervention and communicate its results and insights for the benefit of others.

Complete a minimum of 42 semester credit hours

A 3.0 cumulative grade point average and a passing grade in all required courses.

At least 21 semester credit hours must be earned at VCC.

Complete the general graduation requirements listed below.

Meet course requirements in the following areas:

Bible/Theology Core - 18 Hours

Biblical Studies (6)

• BIB 511 Reading and Interpreting the Old Testament
• BIB 512 Reading and Interpreting the New Testament

Theological Studies (3)

• THEO 621 Systematic Theology

Historical Studies (6)

• HT 531 Historical Theology I
• HT 532 Historical Theology II

Spiritual Development (3)

• SF 571 Spiritual Formation

Ministry Practices Core - 9 Hours

Apologetic Studies (3)

• APOL 541 Christian Apologetics and Evangelism

Care & Counseling Studies (3)

• CC 551 Counseling & Christian Thought

Leadership Studies (3)

• LD 561 Leadership in the 21st Century

Concentration Core - 12 Hours

Care & Counseling Studies (12)

• CC 653 Marriage and Family
• CC655 Addictions: Etiology, Impact, and Interventions
• CC 657 Group Dynamics and Conflict Mediation
• CC 659 Church & Community Mental Health Strategies

Capstone Seminar & Research Project - 3 Hours

• A minimum of a bachelor degree in any field  
• Completed Application 
• Essay addressing 1) reason for applying for the program; 2) description of ministry or leadership experience; and 3) future vocational and/or ministerial goals
• One (1) Reference Letter from your Pastor or spiritual leader

Life Experience cannot contribute toward a degree, but a transference of up to 15 comparable credit hours from previous learning institutions can be applied. Students must normally have earned a grade of B or better (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) in order to be eligible to transfer a course from another institution to VCC. Transferability of credits earned at this institution is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Consult the Office of Academic Affairs for further information.

The above list of courses may be offered at any time during the student’s course of study. Each course will be selected from one or more of the components and will fulfill the student’s requirement for each learning component. Of the courses offered each semester students may select the course(s) for which they would like to register. There will be a number of electives (TBD) offered throughout the course of study. With the approval of the Program Director, electives of comparable or greater academic rigor may be substituted for a required course.

Candidates for the degree are required to complete all course work at a B grade level or higher. Students must also satisfactorily complete a thesis designing and completion of a project or thesis that supports the program outcomes, reflects theological understanding, sensitivity to social pathology and resources, and the capacity to integrate theory and practice at a high level of excellence. This will include field involvement supervised by faculty and adjunct instructors. The final requirement is the successful completion of an internship.